On August 19th, the Committee on Foreign Relations and National Defense of the Federal Senate, under the presidency of Senator Kátia Abreu, held a public hearing with a focus on Mercosur, the Common External Tariff (CET) and the potential for the bloc's expansion.

CEBRI was represented by Minister Celso Lafer, who analyzed Mercosur's conception, emphasizing the responsibility of Brazil and Argentina in maintaining the bloc and Brazil's interest in regulatory convergence, not its fragmentation.

Senator Kátia Abreu highlighted CEBRI's partnership, the public spirit of our Trustees and the institution's role in promoting public debate aimed at Brazil's growth.

Among the speakers were also the Minister of Economy Paulo Guedes and the Minister of Foreign Affairs Carlos França. To watch the debate, click here.

Next week, CEBRI will participate in a two-day seminar organized by the Commission, with the objective of discussing agribusiness and sustainability.